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Barrett Steel launches Engineering Division into Ireland/bs056 / 28.04.14

As part of its commitment to servicing the Irish marketBarrett Steelwill launch its Engineering Division into Ireland on 1st May 2014. Barrett Engineering Steel Ireland will introduce a wide range of engineering steels and alloys from its warehouse and business unit in Maghaberry, Northern Ireland.

David Reece, Commercial Manager, Barrett Engineering Steel Division, explains: "Barrett recognises the vast potential in Ireland and seeks to build on its successes. We already have a substantial presence in the North and South of Ireland with a portfolio of businesses in the General Steel and Tubular Product Divisions. This brand new business will provide the power generation, petrochemical, engineering, defence, industrial plant & quarrying industries with an extensive range of products and processing facilities. As well as offering a wide range of black and bright engineering bar in both carbon and alloy grades, the division will also provide value-added services such as sawing, drilling, heat treatment, testing and grinding. Delivery is rapid from Northern Ireland with access to additional materials through the supply chain network, ensuring products are delivered safely, in perfect condition and on time.

"The launch is part of a continuing investment, which will include more new outlets in the near future. Barrett has increased its workforce by 20% at the site and we expect to start recruiting again later this year."

He continues: "Barrett's strength lies in its considerable market knowledge and its strong presence in the community, backed by the resources of the UK's largest independent steel stockholder."

Despite challenging times in the industry Barrett Steel reported a near 50% increase in pre-tax profits as sales increased for the financial year to September 2013.

More information is available from Chris Lamb at Barrett Steel, tel: +44 (0)1274 682281, email:chris.lamb@barrettsteel.com,www.barrettsteel.com

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Photo 1: (Left) David Reece, Commercial Manager, Barrett Engineering Steel Division and (right) Pete Rushton, Director, Barrett Engineering Steel Division.Photo 2: Barrett's range of black and bright engineering bar in carbon and alloy grades. (Images available from Ros Nuttall,Chapelfield PR, email:rosalind@chapelfieldpr.com, tel: 07702 310743).

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Company contact:
Chris Lamb, Group Marketing Manager, Barrett Steel, e:chris.lamb@barrettsteel.com
Tel: +44 (0)1274 682281, W:www.barrettsteel.com

About Barrett Steel Ltd

Established in 1866 by Henry Barrett, Barrett Steel has expanded organically and by acquisition to become the UK's largest independent steel stockholder.

The Group now comprises 42 companies operating from 28 locations across the UK and is divided into four divisions: General Steels; Engineering Steels; Tubes; and International. Recent expansion has seen a stockholding and processing facility being opened in Houston, Texas.

The numerous steel stockholding companies and divisions operating across the UK serve customers worldwide, united in a forward-thinking philosophy, commitment to technological innovation and exacting customer service standards. Each company operates with the full backing and support of the Barrett Steel Group.

Barrett Steel's head office is located in Bradford, West Yorkshire, on the site where its nineteenth century founder, Henry Barrett, set up premises in 1910.

Barrett Steel operates to ISO: 9001 2008.

Issued by: Barrett Steel, Barrett House, Cutler Heights Lane, Dudley Hill, Bradford, West Yorkshire BD4 9HU
T. +44 (0)1274 682281, E:chris.lamb@barrettsteel.com, W:www.barrettsteel.com